OMA operates 13 international airports in northern and central Mexico: Monterrey, Mexico’s 2nd largest business and industrial metropolis; the tourist destinations Acapulco, Mazatlán, and Zihuatanejo; the regional centers Chihuahua, Culiacán, Durango, San Luís Potosí, Tampico, Torreón and Zacatecas; and the border cities Ciudad Juárez and Reynosa. In 2024 OMA handled 26+ million passengers. 

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Airport Maintenance Director (F/M) to lead and oversee maintenance operations across a network of 13 airports. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in maintenance leadership, with at least 5 years in the airport environment, and a strong background in industrial or manufacturing settings.

This role demands a visionary leader capable of implementing advanced maintenance systems, driving performance through KPIs, and managing large-scale contracts and remote teams. 

The missions :

• Lead and coordinate maintenance operations across multiple airport sites.

• Develop and implement a centralized Maintenance Control Center, Dispatch Desk, and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Establish and monitor KPI-based performance management systems to ensure operational excellence.

• Negotiate and manage large-scale maintenance contracts (civil, electromechanical, electrical), ensuring compliance with SLAs.

• Manage budget with clear objectives of cost control and reduction.

• Balance strategic investment and daily operational needs.

• Design and execute overhaul programs for critical infrastructure and systems.

• Build and manage high-performing, geographically distributed maintenance teams.

• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards across all maintenance activities.

• Collaborate with airport operations, engineering, and external contractors to optimize asset lifecycle and reliability.

• Partner with cross-functional departments to support infrastructure modernization, expansion, and renewal initiatives.

• Integrate innovative solutions to enhance sustainability and minimize the environmental impact of airport operations.

• Travel regularly to oversee operations and ensure consistency across all sites. 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance leadership roles.

• At least 5 years of experience in airport maintenance operations.

• Proven experience in industrial or manufacturing environments is highly valued.

• Demonstrated success in implementing CMMS, dispatch systems, and centralized maintenance control.

• Strong background in contract negotiation, SLA management, and vendor oversight.

• Experience developing and managing KPI frameworks.

• Ability to lead remote teams and foster collaboration across multiple locations.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across 13 airports.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills.

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification preferred. 

This role is based in Monterrey International Airport, Mexico.
Contract: Initial 3-year appointment, extendable for an additional 3 years.
Travel Requirement : Frequent travel across 13 airport sites in Mexico.